What are the unique benefits of the LDF?
- A guaranteed immunity from prosecution for tax related offences
- Ability to have initial "no names” discussions with HMRC, prior to making a disclosure
- Tax liability limited to 10 years as opposed to the normal 20 year rule
- There is no time limitation for the recovery of undisclosed Inheritance Tax liabilities. Under the LDF Inheritance Tax will also be limited to 10 years, which is a significant concession in relation to inherited wealth
- A simplified composite rate of tax (the CRO) which, if used in the right circumstances, can reduce liabilities even further.
Who is eligible to participate?
The LDF is available from 1 September 2009 and will run until 31 March 2015. It is open from:
- 1 September 2009 for those with undisclosed tax liabilities connected with existing assets in Liechtenstein as at 1 September 2009
- 1 December 2009 for those with undisclosed tax liabilities connected with overseas assets outside of Liechtenstein but who transfer their assets to Liechtenstein anytime between 2 September 2009 and 31 March 2015
Trustees and Directors of structures in Liechtenstein can also participate in the LDF where UK tax liabilities arise in respect of the structure, for example, Inheritance Tax.